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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Reid-Thornton, Physiatrist in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Reid-Thornton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Reid-Thornton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Reid-Thornton’s office at (212) 423-4500.
Where did Dr. Reid-Thornton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Howard University Medical School
Is Dr. Reid-Thornton board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Reid-Thornton speak?
Dr. Reid-Thornton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Reid-Thornton typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Reid-Thornton diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Reid-Thornton. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Syphilitic Dementia and Paralysis
- Dementia
- Paralysis
- Syphilis
- General Paralysis of the Insane
- Dementia Paralytica
- Syphilitic Brain Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- A5217: General paresis
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Reid-Thornton typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Reid-Thornton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Reid-Thornton accept my insurance?
Dr. Reid-Thornton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 423-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Reid-Thornton accept in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Reid-Thornton in Newport Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Reid-Thornton's office located?
Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton's Primary Practice
1601 Dove St Ste 275
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(212) 423-4500
What is Dr. Reid-Thornton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Reid-Thornton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770538886.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Reid-Thornton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Reid-Thornton
What is Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton's specialty?
Dr. Reid-Thornton is a Physiatrist near Newport Beach, CA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Reid-Thornton is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Uci Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ruth Reid-Thornton accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Reid-Thornton's office at (212) 423-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruth Reid-Thornton?
Please contact Dr. Reid-Thornton's office at (212) 423-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton have?
Dr. Ruth Reid-Thornton is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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